508 Test Engineer – Federal QA & Accessibility (Hybrid)

Niyam IT

Ashburn (GA)

Hybrid

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Niyam IT, a federal-focused technology partner, seeks a 508 Test Engineer to support a client in Ashburn, VA. Design and execute test plans, validate accessibility, and collaborate with developers to ensure compliant, high-quality software.

The role requires DHS Trusted Tester certification, Selenium/WebDriver automation, and experience with federal IT systems. This hybrid position blends onsite client work with growth opportunities and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

US Citizen with ability to successfully complete federal background investigation.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, OR 3+ years of equivalent professional experience.
2+ years of experience as a 508 Tester.
DHS Trusted Tester Certification required.
Strong experience with functional, regression, and acceptance testing.
Hands-on experience with test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, WebDriver).
Knowledge of accessibility, usability, performance, and security testing practices.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute test plans, test cases, scenarios, and scripts for software validation.
Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering through deployment.
Collaborate with development teams to identify, document, and resolve defects.
Create and maintain test documentation, including test cases and defect tracking.
Conduct functional, regression, and acceptance testing of software applications.
Perform root cause analysis of defects and provide actionable feedback to development teams.
Develop and maintain automated testing frameworks using technologies such as Selenium, WebDriver, and other relevant tools.
Perform 508 compliance testing, usability, security, performance, stress, and other quality assurance activities as needed.